Reading Lolita in Tehran, A Memoir in Books Quiz

Azar Nafisi

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What game does Nafisi play when she begins wearing a black robe? (from Part 3: Chapters 1 - 5)

She pretends she is a religious leader and has additional authority.

She pretends that nothing has changed, and she is not wearing a robe.

She pretends that everyone can see her as a human being.

She pretends her whole body disappears, and she becomes invisible.

2.

Why is Nafisi uncomfortable with Mr. Bahir's action at the end of Part 2, Chapter 6? (from Part 2: Chapters 5 - 8)

His action forces her to report him to the police.

By placing his hands behind his back, he negates her gesture of goodwill.

She does not wish to shake hands with a student.

She does not know him well and his presence feels threatening.

3.

What is the relationship between Nafisi and her first husband? (from Part 2: Chapters 1 - 4)

They enjoy a good relationship until Nafisi begins demonstrating in support of the Iranian government.

She learns from him how to become a traditional Iranian wife.

He teaches her how to become a demonstrator and serves as her first mentor.

They clash over appropriate ways for women to behave and ultimately divorce.

4.

How does Nafisi's acquaintance describe her students? (from Part 1: Chapter 16)

As "nice girls."

As "good students."

As "pretty women."

As "fine people."

5.

At the beginning of Chapter 18, what does Nafisi ask the reader to imagine? (from Part 1: Chapter 18)

They are walking down a leafy path.

They are at the university.

They are standing on a street in Tehran.

They are inside her apartment.

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